We found the location exceptional. We loved the experience of staying in an old mountain house and our room had unbeatable views. Hiking around the area was great also. We had homemade food delivered to our room everyday and it was delicious and more than enough.

Our first impression of the host was terrible. We arrived early and waited outside. Unfortunately my partner needed to use the toilet and he rang the bell. I think us arriving early might have stressed our host out. He invited us in 10 mins before the check in time (it was starting to rain) and we came in thinking that everything was ok. I tried to make myself a cup of tea and he told us to go to our room in the most unfriendly way. I was very uncomfortable from that moment on until we left. On a positive side, that was the only time he was unfriendly with us and his wife (and Chef) was lovely.

If you book here, you will have an exceptional time at Nishiki. This old fashioned guesthouse will leave you feeling at home, especially under the shared Kotatsu or your own private one in your room (with a beautiful view!). The owner is very kind and showed us the icicle lights ✨️ We had loads of fun, scrambling about in the river, climbing mountains and cycling 50km in the wilderness. So many good memories and adventures. We even had an adventure that involved rescuing a dog, a local policeman who took us to Mitsumine Shrine and after dark shrine and cave explore. Highly recommend to stay here. If you like nature and a slightly eery vibe around the local village, book!

Leaving.

I needed a place to stay for two weeks, for remote work, and couldn’t have asked for better! Had the best office view, great outdoors to unwind, and the cozy familiar environment Hajime and his family created in their guest house! The lively house dinners where you can meet other guests were a highlight. Really felt like a far away home.

The only challenges I had during my stay were slow internet from time to time (had the furthest room) and the need to rely on the few public buses to move around! But Hajime was kind enough to give me a few rides :) and there’s the option to rent a bicycle!

Good location, train is 2km and bus just 200m aways but I never used the bus ☺️ The hosts are extremely kind and caring while being a typical Japanese people 😉 As a vegetarian, I prepared all my foods ingredients and cooked there with 100 yen fee but I tried their breakfast which was very Japanese one and delicious!! Thanks to the host, I didn't have to walk with my sac-a-dos to the train station on the check- out day and could be on time and took the train while paying the ticket at destination: definitely missed it if he didn't drive me and told I could pay the ticket at destination! Thanks a lot to the host ❤️❤️ Many places around to immerse yourself in the nature with some animals in the forest: During my walks I saw deers and sika deers, birds, monkey, snake, kind of partridge with very very long tail... Didnot see a bear in the forest but in and edge of the guesthouse 😃 A old style japanese house very charming, plenty of historic trace...

a bit noisy at time but I don't mind for my one week stay!!

Super friendly host, also offers dinner and breakfast options which we booked - both super delicious, homemade food. The location is just a amazing, in the middle of nature, and wonderful, more than 100 year old traditional Japanese house. What an incredible experience! We also had a great conversation with the host during dinner, he's very likeable and takes care of the guests.

Don't expect a modern house. It gets cold at night outside of your room (you have a heater in your room) and the sinks for washing your hands are not very pretty (but clean).

This was such a magical trip getting to stay in an old inn with a beautiful view of the mountains. My soul really needed this stay and everything was fantastic. Mr. Tachikawa and his wife are very kind people. Their kindness, hospitality, and Mrs. Tachikawa’s cooking touched my heart and soul. I learned so much about the history of the Otaki village and got to meet & connect with amazing people. I will definitely be coming back to Otaki and staying at their guesthouse that felt like home.

Nothing. Everything exceeded my expectations.

The view was absolutely breathtaking. It is possible to go play/swim in the river down the guesthouse (the path is quite steep but 20mn not even) and the water and view are amazing! The beds are really comfortable. Hajime-san is very kind and helpful. There are many hikes to do around and if you are just here to enjoy nature the buses do reach the Mitsumineguchi shrine which is the main attraction around! The food was also delicious !! My partner and I loved staying there.

One of the best accomodarion experiences we’ve ever had! Incredible views of the beautiful japanese forest which you see from the moment you wake up. You can enjoy this view while being served a delicious breakfest or dinner. The host is so nice, and you will always feel welcome and taken care of. We really enjoyed our stay - thank you so much for celebrating my birtday with me :-)

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Hajime, the owner, was super helpful and kind. We ordered dinner and breakfast and it was delicious. The guesthouse is a traditional, rustic, old-style Japanese house and it was exactly what I was looking for. The view from the room was absolutely gorgeous! I was on foot and walked from the station to the guesthouse- about 30 mins. There are a couple of places to eat nearby, by foot or bus - all delicious! I spent a couple of days walking in the mountains nearby. It was an amazing experience- very rustic, but that was exactly the type of place I was looking for. Thank you Hajime!

I think for the price I paid the house cleanliness/maintenance is what I would expect it to be, I liked the DIY/messy home feeling 👀 the room had a fantastic view and was clean😍😍😍 The breakfast was simple but made with care. The owner was super lovely and accommodating. Also great hikes near by.

I don’t have complaints, but it could be a hassle for some people to get there.